Doug Downey
Progressive ConservativeBarrie—Springwater—Oro-Medonte
5 stances tracked · 1 shift
Ontario legalizes pepper spray, permits DNA collection on arrest
Minor shift
Previously
→Downey urges federal Criminal Code changes to legalize pepper spray for self-defence, mandate DNA collection from those arrested for sexual offences (with automatic destruction if no conviction), and implement victim notification on DNA matches to accelerate investigations and protect communities.
Now
Doug Downey urges the federal government to legalize pepper spray for self-defence and to institute mandatory DNA collection upon arrest for sexual offences, saying these steps will hold violent offenders accountable, speed investigations, support victims and strengthen public safety.
NewsMar 15, 20262 entries
Ontario proposes upfront cash bail requirement
Downey supports requiring cash security deposits up front to improve bail compliance; he calls for a stronger, consequential bail system prioritizing public safety, aims to prevent dangerous offenders cycling in and out of custody, and announced measures to strengthen bail enforcement.
NewsNov 24, 2025
Ontario requires impaired drivers to pay child support
As Attorney General, Doug Downey supports exploring measures to require impaired drivers who kill a child's parent to provide ongoing child support, advocating practical solutions to ease children’s emotional and financial burden and provide stability after such tragedies.
NewsNov 18, 2025